Assistant Manager

Designation: Assistant Manager - Environment Services Department: Biosciences / Environment Division Reports to: Head - Environment Services Qualification - M.Sc. in Environmental Science (mandatory). - Additional qualifications in Environmental Management / Industrial Safety - ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Auditor / Lead Auditor training is desirable. Experience - 8-10 years of progressive experience in environmental laboratory testing and management. - Demonstrated expertise in NABL/ISO 17025 accredited environments, with experience in report signing authority preferred. - Strong technical exposure across biodegradation, microplastics, water/wastewater, soil, hazardous waste, and air monitoring studies. Key Responsibilities Technical & Analytical - Handle testing and analysis of: - Water & Wastewater: Physico-chemical, organics, nutrients, microbial, and heavy metal analysis. - Soil & Hazardous Waste: TCLP, solid waste characterization, leachates, hazardous waste classification. - Air & Emissions: Ambient air quality, stack monitoring, particulates (PM10/PM2.5). - Biodegradation & Microplastics: ASTM D5511, OECD 301/302, polymer degradation, microplastic studies. - Failure Analysis: Chemical/physical root cause investigations for materials. - Interpret test results and ensure accurate final reporting to customers. - Validate and develop new methods as per APHA, ASTM, ISO, BIS, and EPA standards. Instrumentation - Operate, calibrate, and maintain advanced laboratory equipment: - GC, GC-MS, HPLC, ICP-OES, AAS, UV-Vis spectrophotometers. - Standard titrimetric and gravimetric techniques for environmental matrices. - Ensure instrument calibration, AMC, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. - Liaise with service providers for equipment upkeep and regulatory compliance. Quality & Compliance - Prepare, maintain, and update documentation for NABL/ISO 17025/IAS scopes. - Represent laboratory scope during NABL/IAS audits and ensure audit readiness. - Manage internal audits, document non-conformances, and drive closure of NCRs. - Ensure adherence to laboratory safety, regulatory, and statutory environmental guidelines. Team Leadership - Supervise and allocate work to analysts, ensuring timely throughput and high-quality results. - Provide technical training on methods, instrumentation, and audit processes. - Assess and track competency of team members; conduct periodic evaluations. - Support client-facing discussions by providing technical expertise and solutions. Operations & Resource Management - Oversee procurement, inventory, and traceability of CRMs, consumables, and chemicals. - Manage maintenance schedules of lab infrastructure and ensure optimal utilization. - Oversee safe disposal of laboratory waste in line with CPCB/SPCB guidelines. - Manage subcontracted testing - vendor qualification, result review, and documentation. Technical Skills Required - Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 quality systems. - Proficiency in standard methods: APHA, ASTM, BIS, ISO, EPA. - Expertise in operating ICP-OES, GC, GC-MS, HPLC, AAS, UV-Vis. - Data interpretation, statistical analysis, and method validation. - Experience in biodegradation, polymer testing, and microplastic quantification. - Familiarity with LIMS and laboratory digital reporting systems. Core Competencies - Analytical and technical problem-solving ability. - Strong leadership and team development skills. - Excellent communication for report writing and customer queries. - Detail orientation and audit discipline. - Ability to balance technical delivery with compliance and customer requirements.